Kathy Lester

Three school library champions at Rockford Public Schools have been honored by the Michigan Association of School Librarians. @michiganmasl @docsmatthews schoolnewsnetwork.org/2024/11/08/ens…

The Wayne RESA Literacy Department invites you to participate in their 2024-2025 Equity Literacy Series. There is no cost for this virtual PD. bit.ly/48L0jGU Do you have a free or low cost professional learning opportunity you would like to highlight? Let us know!

Thank you to all veterans for all you have done for us. We honor you today and every day as we live in a free country because of you and your bravery.

For 55 years, Sesame Street has welcomed all children to learn and play with our furry friends, friendly monsters, and warm and gentle grown-ups. Everyone has a place on Sesame Street and has since our first episode premiered on November 10th, 1969. Happy #SesameStreetDay

"When a storm is coming, all other birds seek shelter. The Eagle alone, avoids the storm by flying above it. So, in the storms of life.. May your heart soar like an eagle 🦅

"I have often thought that nothing would do more extensive good at small expense than the establishment of a small circulating library in every county... " - Thomas Jefferson to John Wyche, May 19, 1809, from Jefferson's papers at the Library of Congress loc.gov/resource/mtj1.…

AASL has many opportunities for members of the profession to participate in the association's work. Your colleagues will value the unique perspective you bring! Submit your interest now for committee appointments beginning July 1, 2025. ala.org/aasl/getinvolv…

The Michigan Association of School Librarians(MASL) curates a list of inclusive books for Michigan Learners of all grade levels. The 2024 list is out now! Thank you to all our colleagues who make this list happen each year. hashtag#MASL mimasl.org/miself-in-book…

RETWEET if you are proud to be with her!

Nature can heal. Even a 5 min walk on my shore, in a forest, or on a prairie or mountain will make you feel better. #BeKindAlways humans 🌊🌊

A smile for every timeline.. 😊

From author James Ponti: “Never before has it been more important to get books into the hands of young readers. Books that can inspire. Books that demonstrate compassion and empathy. Books that let the marginalized know that they are seen and loved. We can make that happen.” 💕

Buy your kids books for Christmas. Teach them that reading is for pleasure, not to pass a test. Let them pick their own books, let them read what they love, let them see you reading with joy and enthusiasm.

Let @momsrising know if you have voted and make your mark on our map! Sharing that you've voted with others is a fun way to show our power together and inspire others to VOTE! #MomsVote action.momsrising.org/sign/have_you_…

Go Green. Go White. Go Vote. ✅ mi.gov/vote

A blue wave 🌊🌊

“Successful people become great leaders when they learn to shift the focus from themselves to others.” – Marshall Goldsmith